Maryland Administrative Code

.03 Water Slides Erected Permanently or Temporarily in the State. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60 and 09.12.62, water slides erected permanently or temporarily in the State shall comply with the requirements of COMAR 09.12.63.

.04 Go-Kart Operations. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60 and 09.12.62, go-kart operations shall comply with the requirements of COMAR 09.12.64.

.05 Ropeways-Aerial Lifts, Surface Lifts, Towers, and Conveyors. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60, passenger transportation systems that use cables, ropes, or other flexible elements for power transmission in the system shall conform to the American National Stan…

.06 Challenge Courses and Canopy/Zip Line Tours. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60, Challenge Courses and Canopy/Zip Line Tours shall conform to the ANSI/ACCT 03-2016 Challenge Courses and Canopy/Zip Line Tours Standards, which is incorporated by reference in COMA…

.07 Inflatable Amusement Attractions. The requirements for inflatable amusement attractions are in COMAR 09.12.66 of this chapter. Cross References 09.12.61.08

.08 All Other Amusement Attractions. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60, all other amusement attractions covered under this subtitle not included in Regulations .05—.07 of this chapter shall comply with the requirements under COMAR 09.12.62.

.09 All Other Amusement Attractions. In addition to the requirements in COMAR 09.12.60, all other amusement attractions covered under this subtitle not included in Regulations .05. — .08 of this chapter shall comply with the requirements under COMAR 09.12.62 Amusement Attractions…

.01 Purpose. In addition to the general requirements contained in COMAR 09.12.60, this chapter establishes specific requirements for the installation, assembly, repair, maintenance, use, operation, disassembly, and inspection of amusement attractions permanently or temporarily er…

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Accepted engineering practice” means engineering practice that conforms to accepted principles, tests, or standards of nationally recognized technical or scientific author…

.03 Incorporation by Reference. The ASTM International Standards on Amusement Rides and Devices, is incorporated by reference in COMAR 09.12.60.03A to the extent referenced in this chapter.

.04 Access, Egress, and Walking Surfaces. A. General Requirements. (1) All amusement attractions shall have a safe and adequate means of access and egress. (2) All walking surfaces, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading areas, platforms, landings, stairs, and ramps…

.05 General Environment. A. The following procedures shall be implemented during a lightning or high wind storm, tornado or severe storm warning, fire, or if violence, riot, or civil disturbance occurs or threatens to occur in an amusement park, carnival lot, or fair: (1) The man…

.06 Equipment and Materials. A. If amusement attractions use mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic energy, these systems shall have a means of being locked out, when necessary, for performing maintenance or inspections. B. Pressure vessels and pressure vessel systems shall conform …

.07 Location and Operation. A. Assembly and Disassembly. (1) The assembly and disassembly of an amusement attraction shall be performed: (a) In accordance with the manufacturer's procedures and specifications; (b) Using only manufacturer specified components, fasteners, and tools…

.08 Maintenance. A. Each owner shall read and become familiar with the contents of the manufacturer's instructions and specifications for each amusement attraction owned and operated. B. The owner shall ensure that each amusement attraction is inspected each day before operation …

.09 Amusement Attraction Operating Records and Reports. A. Daily Inspection Reports. (1) Daily inspection reports shall be: (a) Signed by the person performing the inspection immediately upon completion of the inspection; (b) Kept with the amusement attraction or at an on-site of…

.10 Design Criteria. A. Scope. This regulation does not apply to an amusement attraction that has operated in Maryland prior to January 2008 unless there is a major modification. B. Owners shall ensure that new amusement attractions and amusement attractions with major modificati…

.11 Access, Egress, and Walking Surfaces. A. General Requirements. (1) All amusement attractions shall have a safe and adequate means of access and egress. (2) All walking surfaces, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading areas, platforms, landings, stairs, and ramps…

.12 Signage. A. When a manufacturer or the Commissioner requires a restriction on the use of an amusement attraction, such as the age or weight of a rider, a legible sign indicating the restriction shall be posted in full view of individuals seeking admission to the amusement att…

.13 General Environment. A. The following procedures shall be implemented during a lightning or high wind storm, tornado or severe storm warning, fire, or if violence, riot, or civil disturbance occurs or threatens to occur in an amusement park, carnival lot, or fair: (1) The man…

.14 Fire Protection. A. Flammable and Combustible Liquids. (1) An owner shall store and handle liquid petroleum gases and flammable liquids as required under the: (a) Occupational Safety and Health Standards—29 CFR §1910.106 (OSHA); and (b) National Fire Protection Association (N…

.15 Equipment and Materials. A. If amusement attractions use mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic energy, these systems shall have a means of being locked out, when necessary, for performing maintenance or inspections. B. Pressure vessels and pressure vessel systems shall conform …

.01 Purpose. A. This chapter establishes specific requirements for water slides in addition to the general requirements contained in COMAR 09.12.62, in order to ensure that water slides erected permanently or temporarily in the State are safely constructed, operated, and maintain…

.02 Definitions. A. The following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Deck” means the area surrounding a pool or flume which is specifically constructed or installed for use by sliders. (2) “Dispatcher” means the attendant who directly controls the operation…

.03 Manual. A. Each owner of a water slide shall develop or obtain a detailed written operational manual for all phases of operation and maintenance of each component of the water slide. B. Each owner shall ensure that the manual is legible, in English, and readily accessible. C.…

.04 Posted Warning Signs. A. At the entrance of each water slide, the owner shall post a sign conveying the following directions: (1) Obey all instructions given by the dispatcher and splash pool supervisor who have the authority to prevent any condition which leads to unsafe ope…

.05 Daily Inspections. A. Inspections and Records. (1) In accordance with COMAR 09.12.62.09, the water slide owner shall ensure that the water slide is inspected on each day of use to determine that: (a) The water slide is in safe operating condition; and (b) Conforms to the requ…

.06 Control of Operation. A. The owner of a water slide shall: (1) Provide a sufficient number of attendants, at least two, to ensure: (a) Positive control of the water slide and each flume when in operation; and (b) That sliders comply with posted signs; (2) When determining the…

.07 Design Criteria. A. Scope. (1) The design criteria contained in COMAR 09.12.62.10 apply to all water slides. (2) The criteria contained in this regulation shall apply to any slide for which: (a) A construction permit is issued after the effective date of this chapter; or (b) …

.08 Access, Egress, and Walking Surfaces. In addition to the access, egress, and walking surfaces requirements contained in COMAR 09.12.62.11, the owner shall ensure that the means of access and egress are slip-resistant and do not retain standing water.

.01 Scope. A. This chapter applies to go-kart operations. B. This chapter does not preclude or preempt the applicability of COMAR 09.12.62 to go-kart operations.

.02 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure that go-karts in the State are safely designed, operated, and maintained.

.03 Definitions. A. The following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Go-kart operation” means a facility having at least one track on which at least one kart operates. (2) “Kart” means a self-propelled motorized vehicle that is designed to be driven on a go…

.04 Manual. A. Each owner of a go-kart operation shall develop a detailed written operational manual for the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of the go-kart operation. B. Each owner shall ensure that the manual is legible, in English, and readily accessible to ope…

.05 Posted Warning Signs. A. At the entrance to the track, at the pit area, and at the ticket booth, the owner shall post a sign conveying the following instructions: (1) Obey all instructions given by the operator; (2) The following activities are strictly prohibited: (a) Use of…

.06 Daily Inspections. A. The owner shall ensure that a go-kart operation is inspected each day before the start of operation. B. The inspection and test shall be made: (1) By an owner or operator experienced and instructed in the proper assembly and operation of the amusement ri…

.07 Control of Operation. A. A kart shall be operated in accordance with the manual as required in Regulation .04 of this chapter. B. The owner shall authorize each operator to prevent unsafe conditions. C. The owner shall provide a sufficient number of operators to ensure that: …

.08 Design Criteria. A. Track. (1) The go-kart track shall be designed so that paths do not cross at any location. (2) Track Surface. The track surface shall: (a) Be hard and smooth; (b) Be kept free of ruts, holes, and bumps; and (c) Except for a slick track, provide road grip s…

.09 General Environment. A. If weather conditions make visibility by the operator or rider insufficient to ensure safe operation, the go-kart track shall be closed. B. During night-time operation, illumination adequate to ensure safe operation shall be provided.

.10 Fire Protection. A. At each go-kart operation: (1) At least one fire extinguisher shall be located in the: (a) Pit area of each track; (b) Refueling area; and (c) Garage; (2) Fire extinguishers shall be located in the infield area as necessary to ensure safety and ready acces…

.01 Purpose. A. This chapter establishes safety standards for the installation, assembly, repair, maintenance, use, operation, disassembly, and inspection of inflatable amusement attractions operated in the State. B. COMAR 09.12.60 and 09.12.62 do not apply to inflatable amusemen…

.02 Incorporation by Reference. In this chapter, the following documents are incorporated by reference to the extent that they are referenced in this chapter: A. The ASTM International Standards on Amusement Rides and Devices: F2374-22 Standard Practice for Design, Manufacture, O…

.03 Definitions. A. In addition to terms defined in Business Regulation Article, §3-101, Annotated Code of Maryland, in this chapter the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “ASTM” means ASTM International, originally known as the American Society fo…

.04 General Responsibility for Compliance. A. Each owner of an inflatable amusement attraction erected in the State shall: (1) Comply with the provisions of this chapter; and (2) Ensure that the manufacturer’s recommendations, specifications, and other requirements relating to sa…

.05 Registration, Inspection, and Notice of Operation. A. Except as specified by law, an owner may not operate an inflatable amusement attraction unless the Commissioner has issued a certificate of inspection of an inflatable amusement attraction. B. Annually, each owner shall re…

.06 Inspections. A. Inspection Hours. (1) Inflatable amusement attraction inspections will normally be conducted during the business hours of 8 a.m. through 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. (2) The Commissioner may schedule inspections at other times when the Co…

.07 Special Inflated Amusement Structures. A. For a special inflated amusement structure located in an amusement park, carnival, or fair, the owner shall make a request to the fire official for the jurisdiction where the amusement attraction is located for fire safety inspection:…